The 10 best cheap hotels in Cairns, Australia

The best cheap hotels in Cairns

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Travellers Oasis

Conveniently situated in the heart of Cairns, opposite the Cairns Central Shopping Centre and Cairns train station, Travellers Oasis presents an inviting accommodation option featuring an outdoor...

Pauline

From

New Zealand

Wonderful all over. Smelled fresh, lots of cozy places to hang, very good and relaxed atmosphere, clean and fresh facilities, good music on the stereo

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2

Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,657 reviews

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US$87.98

1 night, 2 adults

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Dreamtime Hostel

Cairns

Dreamtime is an award winning hostel with a difference. We offer travellers a safe, peaceful & cosy place to stay. We are not a party hostel.

Maria

From

New Zealand

Everything was so easy! Good staff clean Great vibes just loved it

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0

Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,193 reviews

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US$73.32

1 night, 2 adults

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JDs Tropical stays

Cairns

Located in Cairns, near Cairns Station and The Cairns Civic Theater, JDs Tropical stays is a recently renovated property, featuring, a garden and barbecue facilities.

Méadhbh

From

Ireland

This stay was exquisite. Everything we needed and more was made available to us during our stay, the hosts were extremely bubbly and friendly. We wish we were able to stay longer! We have no notes, 11/10. We would highly recommend to anyone visiting Cairns!

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5

Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 154 reviews

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US$108.51

1 night, 2 adults

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Estilo Bed and Breakfast

Cairns

Located in Cairns, less than 1 km from Cairns Station, Estilo Bed and Breakfast provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi.

Georgiana

From

Switzerland

I was very, very happy with my stay at Estilo Bed and Breakfast! The place was a piece of heaven!! The kitchen was spacious and fully equipped, with everything you could possibly need. The living room was beautiful, and the terrace felt incredibly cozy, a perfect place to relax. My bedroom was excellent: comfortable, well-furnished, and had all the essentials. The bathroom was just as great, modern, clean, and practical. The whole place has a very nice style, a great vibe, and a welcoming atmosphere. Communication with the host was smooth and friendly from start to finish. It’s also conveniently located, not too far from Cairns city centre.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1

Superb - What previous guests thought, 349 reviews

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US$68.43

1 night, 2 adults

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Studio room in Cairns Esplanade! Ocean view! Heart of Cairns

Cairns

Set in Cairns and only 1.1 km from Cairns Station, Studio room in Cairns Esplanade! Ocean view! Heart of Cairns offers accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking.

Philippa

From

Hong Kong

Very comfortable and well equipped studio in a great location. Nice balcony. Comfy bed and massive shower. Very nice pool.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0

Superb - What previous guests thought, 53 reviews

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US$153.23

1 night, 2 adults

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Stunning Water View Apartment - Pool, Gym, Sauna.

Cairns

Stunning Water View Apartment - Pool, Gym, Sauna. Is set in Cairns, 1.3 km from Cairns Station, 600 metres from Cairns Regional Gallery, as well as 1.5 km from The Cairns Civic Theater.

Kirsti

From

Australia

View from the apartment was superb.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1

Superb - What previous guests thought, 13 reviews

Price from

US$131.16

1 night, 2 adults

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Crystalbrook Bailey

Hotel in Cairns

Crystalbrook Bailey features a restaurant, outdoor swimming pool, a fitness centre and bar in Cairns. Each accommodation at the 5-star hotel has city views and free WiFi.

Christophe

From

French Polynesia

Kindness of team at our arrival - location of the hotel near the best seafood restaurants - quality of accommodation and amenities - room and lobby design AMAZING !

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8

Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 3,382 reviews

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US$126.43

1 night, 2 adults

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Travellers Paradise

Cairns

Surrounded by lush tropical gardens, Travellers Paradise offers accommodation in a historical, heritage listed Guest House in Cairns, 1.2 km from Cairns Convention Centre.

Jac

From

India

Peter the host is extremely hospitable and looks after the place so well - It's extremely clean and well organised. Very chill place...not noisy at all Great location near Cairns Central and a 10 min walk to the Esplanade.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8

Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,349 reviews

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US$98.05

1 night, 2 adults

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Mad Monkey Village

Cairns

Refurbished in May, 2018, Mad Monkey Village featuresa TV, a kitchen, bathrooms with air-conditioners in every room. There is also an outdoor swimming pool. Free WiFi provided.

Marie

From

Finland

I had an incredible stay at this hostel ! The location is simply perfect, close to everything you might need. The kitchen is a real asset, very well equipped with even an oven ! The pool with its hammock creates a very relaxing tropical atmosphere. Plus, the rooms are nice and comfortable, adding to the overall experience. But what really makes this place special is the convivial atmosphere between guests and the staff: always there to help with a smile, which makes the experience even more enjoyable. I highly recommend this youth hostel to anyone looking for a memorable stay !

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4

Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,134 reviews

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US$83.94

1 night, 2 adults

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Palm Royale Cairns

Cairns

Palm Royale Cairns is set amongst 2.5 acres of beautiful tropical gardens and offers rooms with a private balcony and pool or garden views. It features a main lagoon-style pool and a lap pool.

Josephina Fennigje

From

Netherlands

The stay was fantastic! I don't understand the reviews criticizing the location. Yes, it's farther from the main city of Cairns, but you know this when booking. If you rent a car or use Uber, it's the perfect spot, complete with a pool. We used the pool almost every day after our activities. The staff were helpful, the pools were amazing, and the room was good. I never felt unsafe traveling with my younger sister. It was a great place to stay!

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0

Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,805 reviews

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US$61.29

1 night, 2 adults

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For those on a budget, these cheap and cheerful hotels still have a lot to offer, with most offering WiFi and convenient locations. Popular with backpackers, many properties can be found in central locations and include comfortable rooms with private or shared bathrooms. You’ll also find a number of options which feature a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage.

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